Tide Talks - Speaker Series

by Community Boating Center· Bellingham, WA
From$15

What to Expect

Navigate, share, and cultivate community with us!

Join us in the Wheelhouse for an engaging series of speaker events that steer conversations, spark connections, and chart new horizons! From seasoned sailors to maritime enthusiasts, these gatherings bring together captivating stories, expert insights, and community discussions—all under one roof.

Upcoming Events:

  • Coast Salish Art and Birds | October 8th 6:00pm - 7:00pm. Coast Salish Art Tide Talk with Jason LaClair, a local Coast Salish art instructor, muralist and lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Jason draws from his Lummi and Nooksack heritage to create art that resonates deeply with Indigenous traditions and modern aesthetics. Initiated into the art world by family members who were master carvers and working artists, Jason has journeyed from creating small prints sold door-to-door to designing impactful public murals in Bellingham (including the murals at the Community Boating Center!), Ferndale and San Juan Island. Committed to community engagement, he aspires to pave the way for future Indigenous artists, emphasizing the transformative power of art to connect communities and preserve cultural heritage.In his presentation, Jason will discuss the importance and sacredness of birds and other wildlife to his Lummi and Nooksack Tribal communities. He will share stories about their significance, present examples of his art, and highlight the unique features of Coast Salish art. In Partnership with North Cascades Audubon for Bellingham Bird Week

  • Octopuses of the Salish Sea | October 13th 6:30pm - 7:30pm. Join The Salish Sea School naturalist Kyra Ballas in this fun talk about the natural and cultural history of Octopuses in Washington State! From legends of king octopuses, to arms for brains, these amazing animals have held our minds and imaginations for generations - and have an amazing story to how they have become an icon of the Salish Sea! In partnership with Salish Sea School

Tide Talks are made possible by Maritime Washington (https://maritimewa.org/)

Includes

Presentation by a featured speaker
Community discussion and audience Q&A

Duration

1 hour

Address

555 Harris Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225

Pricing

Supporter Rate · For those that can pay a little extra to help support our scholarship fund.$30
Market Rate$15
Access Rate · A discounted rate for those needing financial assistance (scholarships are also available for this program)$5

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations more than 3 weeks in advance receive a full refund. Cancellations 1 - 3 weeks in advance; 50% refund. Less than 1 week; no refund.

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